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Dr Shwetambara Sabharwal
Dr Shwetambara Sabharwal is a Mumbai-based psychologist and psychotherapist
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Matters of the Mind: To, 2021… Sincerely, 2020Subscriber Only
January 01, 2021 17:15 IST
May man and woman be more respectful of one another, may children and elders be able to hit parks again viewing nature and play as valuable privileges
Sat, Jan 02, 2021
Matters of the mind: Crisis and teachings of ChristSubscriber Only
December 25, 2020 10:50 IST
While we may have gone through a period that has shaken our faith and exacerbated self-doubt, re-establishing our faith in ourselves is key. Suffering and crisis may trigger doubt, pain, and despair, but trusting the journey, the process, and our experiences build faith
Fri, Dec 25, 2020
Matters of the mind: Don’t rush to label challenges as negativeSubscriber Only
December 18, 2020 10:00 IST
The point I wish to raise today is, why not persevere during the experience of a challenge knowing that some good will come out of this? The golden question to ask is, how can this add value and meaning to my life?
Thu, Dec 17, 2020
Matters of the Mind: End of a year, beginning of an eraSubscriber Only
December 11, 2020 10:50 IST
Letting go of 2020 with a renewed resolve to be human, to survive together, to learn together and persevere in the many beginnings that we are still to see, will mark the birth of an all-powerful conscious era for us
Fri, Dec 11, 2020
Matters of the Mind: Do middle-class couples show more empathy than the rich?Subscriber Only
December 04, 2020 10:50 IST
The principle hope here is for couples from all strata to reflect on their strengths and growth areas, not to exclaim that one is better than the other
Fri, Dec 04, 2020
Matters of the Mind: How to stop depleting your happinessSubscriber Only
November 27, 2020 10:00 IST
The process of self-discovery is one in which a person, through self-questioning and examination of one's own thoughts, words, and actions, understands the dominant belief systems, habits and personalities
Fri, Nov 27, 2020
Matters of the Mind: From loneliness to solitude, a journey worth tryingSubscriber Only
November 21, 2020 10:20 IST
My attempt here is to carve a tool for you to use, in those moments when you are by yourself, to awaken, feel fulfilled, complete and whole within yourself, independent of the presence of individuals, however valued by us
Sat, Nov 21, 2020
Matters of the Mind: Rise of the guardians of the mindSubscriber Only
November 13, 2020 11:40 IST
This year has changed many things. It took a pandemic for people to start recognising that we are human, have a brain that does more than perform in exams or cracking deals at work. We have a mind that impacts health, emotions and life in general. And this “mind” needs attention
Thu, Nov 12, 2020
Matters of the mind: With festivals around the corner, can we redefine the way we celebrate?Subscriber Only
November 06, 2020 10:50 IST
I truly believe in the spirit of celebrating. All I want to suggest is to extend our perceptions of festivals to mean an opportunity, a goal, to connect, uplift and give to those who don’t have facilities, family, friends or food
Fri, Nov 06, 2020
An open letter to Chetan Bhagat: Sir, using phones won’t destroy our youthSubscriber Only
October 30, 2020 12:30 IST
The assumption that smartphones are making the youth of our nation “lazy” might catch the eye of a reader, but expresses bleak expectations and an utterly discouraging label on our young generation. The youth is never lazy, sir, our opinions, expectations and demands often slow them down
Fri, Oct 30, 2020
Matters of the Mind: Replicating efforts of polio eradication campaign for suicide preventionSubscriber Only
October 23, 2020 10:50 IST
The best way to prevent suicide is by talking about it. We need to get over our fear of the S-word. The maximum number of suicides are between the ages of 15-29, and most parents are scared to talk about this
Fri, Oct 23, 2020
Matters of the Mind: Pandemic 2020, a truly life-changing experienceSubscriber Only
October 16, 2020 11:40 IST
In the wake of this deadly pandemic, we have found ourselves a voice, a mind and the resolve to prioritise health, happiness, realisation of what and who we value the most, and even if some haven’t so far, at least we know the revolution has begun
Fri, Oct 16, 2020
Matters of the mind: Time for tough talkSubscriber Only
October 09, 2020 11:40 IST
Respect children's choices when they say “no” to be touched or kissed, giving them a message that choices must be regarded
Thu, Oct 08, 2020
Matters of the Mind: Worrying about technology won’t helpSubscriber Only
October 02, 2020 11:40 IST
Technology is here to stay, and given that most of the social media platforms aim at increasing use, thereby creating addictions, we need to damage control by knowing when to stop, how and when to replace
Fri, Oct 02, 2020
Matters of the Mind: When things go southSubscriber Only
September 25, 2020 10:50 IST
When things go south, idiomatically speaking, it means for life to become unfavourable or to take a turn for the worse. And that’s where we psychologists must focus
Fri, Sep 25, 2020
Matters of the Mind: The business of finding happinessSubscriber Only
September 18, 2020 10:50 IST
Happiness courses have been some of the most coveted courses in recent times. The knowledge of “how to be happy” now has the highest regard and selling price to it
Fri, Sep 18, 2020
Matters of the Mind: Relationships and how to keep them realSubscriber Only
September 11, 2020 10:50 IST
Relationships in life are important and there is a great sense of satisfaction we get from belonging to a tribe. The fun and laughter that the camaraderie brings literally gives us a huge kick in the form of endorphins. But, like with everything good, there is a flip side
Fri, Sep 11, 2020
Matters of the Mind: Teachers, you’ve got this!Subscriber Only
September 04, 2020 10:50 IST
Teachers find themselves at the receiving end of children’s misdirected energy, pressure from curriculum and calendar, scrutiny and non-acceptance from parents, and criticism on the family front for prioritising work over family
Fri, Sep 04, 2020
Matters of the Mind: Self-discipline is a necessary tool to overcome crisisSubscriber Only
August 28, 2020 10:50 IST
Self-discipline helps people monitor and control their own behaviours, not cop-out by blaming others or expecting from 'destiny'
Fri, Aug 28, 2020
Matters of the Mind: Who is taking care of counsellors?Subscriber Only
August 21, 2020 11:40 IST
Several aspects with respect to psychological diagnosis, intervention, prevention, licensing and education need to be made clearer by regularised and centralised guidance. But time and again we find ourselves on our own in this quest.
Fri, Aug 21, 2020
Matters of the mind: Let this Independence Day mark our pursuit for freedomSubscriber Only
August 14, 2020 10:50 IST
To be honest, I feel our struggle for freedom continues. Now, if you are jarred by my timing as I bring this up on the eve of Independence Day, I would like to say I believe this may actually be the best time to take note in our understanding of freedom
Sat, Aug 15, 2020
Matters of the mind: The Made in India attitudeSubscriber Only
August 07, 2020 10:50 IST
It is our internalised self-doubt, collective lack of national esteem, lack of faith in our own abilities and severe indiscipline that allows this force that is India, to be undermined
Fri, Aug 07, 2020
Matters of the mind: Swinging from one crisis to the next, there may be chance for a revolutionSubscriber Only
July 31, 2020 10:50 IST
Emotional arousal in the current times is so high, that it is guiding our attention to incidents that are a trigger. Crisis is multiplying because we are mentally attending to it. Emotions are impacting our perceptions, attention, memory and decision-making
Fri, Jul 31, 2020
Matters of the mind: Reforming vulnerabilitySubscriber Only
July 24, 2020 10:00 IST
Hiding behind a facade of perfection, appearing happy at all times, is the biggest lie we tell ourselves, our families and friends, that we are worthy since we are always strong
Fri, Jul 24, 2020
Matters of the mind: ‘Hold the line’ to collectively beat the crisisSubscriber Only
July 17, 2020 10:50 IST
We cannot survive alone, act in self-serving or egotistical ways this time and get away with it. There is no getting out of this battle alive, unless we respect and protect each other.
Sat, Jul 18, 2020Journalism of Courage
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